Panasonic's latest Lumix cameras include 1080p video recording, higher image quality, and even a rugged-and-waterproof point-and-shoot model.

Panasonic has unveiled the latest editions to its lineup of Lumix digital cameras, headlined by the Lumix LX5, an update to its earlier LX3 with beefed up image processing and lens to improve picture quality and boost its low-light performance. Additional offerings until 14-megapixel super-zoom cameras capable of 1080p video capture and high-frame-rate shooting, a consumer-friendly point-and-shoot camera with 1080p video capability, and an affordable water- and shock-proof point-and-shoot camera.

Product Highlights

• 12.1MP Hi-Speed CCD Sensor
• Waterproof to 40' (12m)
• Shockproof at 6.6' (2m) Drop
• Dustproof
• GPS, Compass, Altimeter, Barometer Inc.
• Leica 4.6x Wide-Angle 28-128mm Zoom Lens
• 1920x1080 Full HD Video
• Very Fast Autofocus, Short Shutter Lag
• 2.7" LCD Monitor--230,000-Dot Resolution
• Easy Upload for Facebook/YouTube

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PENTAX Imaging Systems announces the launch of its latest digital SLR camera – the K-r.  Encased in a compact, lightweight body, this new model combines simple, user-friendly functions with a wide array of advanced features, designed to enhance the fun and excitement of digital SLR photography.
Developed to be a mid-range model targeted at digital SLR novices and family users, the PENTAX K-r offers an assortment of features and functions that make it easy for everyone to effortlessly capture the high-quality images people expect of a digital SLR camera.
In addition it comes equipped with a host of handy tools that help create more personalised, creative images, including:

Golden, CO. (March 16, 2011)…PENTAX Imaging Company announced the infinitely customizable Optio RS1500 digital compact camera.  The new PENTAX Optio RS1500 is easy to use and easy to dress to match the personality and style of its owner.  This cosmetically customizable digital camera features a new removable PENTAX-orginal faceplate system featuring a no-hassle screwless fateplate design and interchangable lens ring snap (choice of orange or black included) to hold custom skins of any personal choice or design.  Now, users may change the camera’s appearance in three easy steps without the need for additional tools.

PENTAX is today pleased to announce the launch of the PENTAX O-GPS1. Designed for use with PENTAX digital SLR cameras, this versatile GPS unit not only provides basic location data, but also offers an array of original features that allow users to effortless track and record details of their favourite photographic locations.

By simply mounting the O-GPS1 onto the hotshoe of a PENTAX digital SLR camera,* users can record the latitude, longitude, altitude, universal time coordinated (UTC) and aspect of the location they are shooting directly onto each image they capture. Image files carrying GPS location data, can then be used to track shooting locations and review location data on a PC. GPS location data stored on such files also makes it much easier to sort and file recorded images.

By coupling GPS data with the camera’s SR (Shake Reduction) system, the unit offers a range of unique, advanced applications, including ASTROTRACER, Simple Navigation and an Electronic Compass.